Turkey & Chicken Grain Free Air-Dried Adult Cat Food
Verified Jun 7, 2026
This is a high-protein, grain-free air-dried food for cats, with turkey and chicken as the primary animal ingredients. The formula includes organ meats, salmon oil, and added taurine to support essential nutrient needs, plus prebiotic fibers like inulin and fructo-oligosaccharides for gut health. It’s designed as a complete and balanced option for everyday feeding rather than just a treat or topper.
Nutritionally, this is a rich, meat-focused air-dried diet that should suit many healthy cats who do well on higher-protein, moderate-fat foods. The use of turkey, chicken, organs, and salmon oil provides a good range of animal-derived nutrients, and the added taurine and chelated minerals help round out the formula. It is calorie-dense, so portion control is important, especially for indoor or less active cats.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- High protein (39% as-fed) from turkey, chicken, and organ meats, which aligns well with cats’ needs as obligate carnivores.
- Includes salmon oil and flaxseed, which provide omega fatty acids that support skin, coat, and overall health.
- Contains prebiotic fibers (inulin, fructo-oligosaccharides, barley grass, dandelion greens, cranberries) that can support a healthy digestive tract and microbiome.
- AAFCO complete and balanced for all life stages, so it can be used as a sole diet for kittens, adults, and seniors if fed appropriately.
Considerations
- Grain-free and uses potato and sweet potato as main carbohydrate sources; while fine for most cats, very carb-sensitive or overweight cats may need careful portion control due to the high calorie density (434 kcal per cup).
- Contains chicken and turkey, which are common protein allergens for some cats; not ideal if your cat has known poultry allergies.
- Air-dried foods are more concentrated than typical kibble, so overfeeding can happen easily if measuring isn’t precise, which may contribute to weight gain over time.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Turkey
Turkey is commonly used as a primary animal protein in dog and cat foods, offering highly digestible, high‑quality protein and supplying essential amino acids along with B vitamins, phosphorus and zinc to support muscle maintenance and metabolism. Its fat level varies by cut so products can be lean or richer; some pets may develop allergies to poultry, cooked bones are hazardous, raw meat carries bacterial risk, and owners should rely on balanced commercial formulations (and ensure adequate taurine for cats) if turkey is a main ingredient.
02
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
03
Potato
Potato is commonly used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate source and functional binder, supplying starch, fiber, and modest amounts of vitamins (B6, C) and potassium—often included as cooked or dehydrated flakes, starch, or protein concentrates. While it provides energy and helps formulate grain‑free recipes, potatoes are not a primary protein for dogs or cats (and are not nutritionally required for obligate‑carnivore cats), can contribute to excess calories or affect blood glucose in diabetic animals, and must be cooked and free of green skins or sprouts to avoid solanine toxicity; allergies are uncommon but possible.
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Turkey Broth
Turkey broth is commonly used in pet foods and toppers as a flavoring and moisture enhancer to improve palatability, and in wet formulas it contributes small amounts of protein, amino acids and electrolytes. It can help entice dogs and cats to eat or increase hydration, but caregivers should check sodium levels and avoid broths with onion, garlic, xylitol or other harmful additives, and be mindful if the pet has a poultry allergy.
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Chicken Heart
Chicken heart is a nutrient-dense organ meat commonly used in dog and cat foods and treats as a highly palatable animal protein source, providing taurine, B vitamins (notably B12), iron, zinc and coenzyme Q10. It supports lean muscle and, for cats, provides essential taurine, but should be included as part of a balanced formulation and properly sourced/processed to reduce bacterial risk, since excessive organ intake can unbalance nutrients or be a concern for pets with specific metabolic or urate-stone issues.
Nutritional Breakdown
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AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
Love Nala offers premium cat foods and treats made with natural ingredients, free from artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors. The brand positions itself as a wholesome, high-quality choice appealing to cat owners who value ingredient transparency and cat health.
Visit Love NalaManufacturer
Love, Nala works with established pet food manufacturing partners in the U.S. that meet FDA and AAFCO standards for pet food production. Products are made in facilities following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP-based food safety programs.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Love Nala Turkey & Chicken Grain Free Air-Dried Adult Cat Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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Has Love Nala ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for Love Nala. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.
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